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“I’ve been falling for years,” writes the Canadian author Katie Inglis in her memoir about grief and the death of her baby son, “scrambling up again, sorting out in fits and spurts, freshly sorted reasonings collapsing in on themselves to make space for …

JANUARY
Four Delta employees, detailing a pattern of antisemitic abuse at the airline, file a suit against the airline in federal court for violating the Civil Rights Act.
Despite pressure from the BDS movement, Comedian Chris Rock performs in Israel.
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Never underestimate the power of a supermarket tabloid rag.
Even if you don’t actually buy the magazine, it’s always there — staring at you as you wait in line to scan your groceries, following you down the stationery aisle or scattered across desks at the …

A courageous Paisley nurse who who died after a four-year battle with cancer has inspired a marathon fundraiser. Laura Barr, who worked at the Royal Alexandra Hospital, raised £5,000 for Cancer Research UK after being diagnosed with a brain tumour. PAISLEY …

A teenage cancer charity is to close eight offices around the country, including its branch in Taranaki, with the loss of 17 jobs as it battles severe financial problems, it has been confirmed.
CanTeen offices in Hamilton, Tauranga, Gisborne, Palmerston …

12 High-Potential Companies Selected for ABCT
BRANFORD, Conn. (PRWEB) December 17, 2018
ABCT, the Accelerator for Biosciences in Connecticut, announced today the second cohort of emerging biosciences ventures invited to participate in the annual program. …

A cancer patient waved goodbye to his brain tumour after surgeons showed him the mass while he was still lying on the operating table.
James Hinnigan, 39, made the unusual request to see his tumour after undergoing pioneering surgery while he was still …

In a year filled with heightened political vitriol, two deaths brought the nation together to remember men who represented a seemingly bygone era of U.S. politics.
George H.W. Bush was a president, vice president, congressman, CIA director and Navy pilot …

Photo: David J. Phillip, AP
FILE - In this April 18, 2009, file photo, Barbara Bush laughs alongside former President George H.W. Bush, right, as they attend a baseball game in Houston. Barbara Bush, the snowy-haired first lady whose plainspoken manner and …

In a year filled with heightened political vitriol, two deaths brought the nation together to remember men who represented a seemingly bygone era of U.S. politics.
George H.W. Bush was a president, vice president, congressman, CIA director and Navy pilot …

A RETURNED serviceman who fraudulently wore medals of honour claimed his "top secret military record" had prevented police accessing proof they had been issued by the Australian Defence Force.
Anthony Alan Halter pleaded guilty in the Nambour …

In a year filled with heightened political vitriol, two deaths brought the nation together to remember men who represented a seemingly bygone era of U.S. politics.
George H.W. Bush was a president, vice president, congressman, CIA director and Navy pilot …

Photo: David J. Phillip, AP
FILE - In this April 18, 2009, file photo, Barbara Bush laughs alongside former President George H.W. Bush, right, as they attend a baseball game in Houston. Barbara Bush, the snowy-haired first lady whose plainspoken manner and …

Former Trinidad and Tobago World Youth Cup goalkeeper and Joe Public coach Michael McComie passed away this evening at the Mt Hope Medical Centre, barely 24 hours after being diagnosed with a brain tumour.
McComie was 46 years old.
According to sources, …

For decades, everyone from regular mobile phone users to highly qualified experts have wondered about the health impacts, and sensible discussions have been plagued by conflicting studies, low quality research and alarmist doomsayers.
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WHEN Nikenbah boy Cooper Christensen was six he asked his parents if he was going to die.
For his mum Amanda, it's a conversation she will never forget.
Cooper was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of brain cancer when he was four.
There was no …

For decades, everyone from regular mobile phone users to highly qualified experts have wondered about the health impacts, and sensible discussions have been plagued by conflicting studies, low quality research and alarmist doomsayers.
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WHILE Cody Gibbs battles brain cancer at Lady Cilento Hospital, Brisbane, the Whitsunday community are rallying behind him in his hometown, Jubilee Pocket.
Cody, 11, was diagnosed with a rare tumour on the pineal gland in October after suffering from …

BAXTER Hutchinson had the world at his feet.
The bright and super-fit teenager was playing State-level soccer with ambitions to “go pro”, was one of the top Year 12 students in his school and had plans to travel overseas before starting university.
Not …

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FDA accused of delaying ban on the electrical device that uses pain to modify behavior.
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EDMONTON, Alberta, Dec. 18, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Since 2003, men all over the world have grown out their facial hair in awe-inspiring, interesting and sometimes even embarrassing ways to raise money for and awareness about men’s health issues.
In 2018, …

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) facilitated a public health emergency management (PHEM) training in Bishoftu in coordination with the Ethiopian Public Health Institute (EPHI) from November 26 – December 7, 2018.
As part of …

The purpose of the meeting is to present state-of-the-art knowledge in cardiology with a clinically-based approach. The scope of the program is broad and will cover a wide spectrum of Cardiovascular Medicine but generally focused on prevention of coronary disease, stroke and sudden death. Expert faculty will present practical clinical approaches to diagnostics and latest management strategies of challenging and controversial topics in cardiology.

Biotech Showcase™ is an investor and networking conference devoted to providing private and small- and mid-cap biotechnology companies an opportunity to present to and meet with investors and biopharmaceutical executives during the course of one of the largest annual healthcare conferences that attracts investors and biopharmaceutical executives from around the world.
The 2018 event showed a substantial increase in the number of presenting companies, as well as significant growth in the number of attendees and one-to-one meetings. Now in its eleventh year, Biotech Showcase 2019 is expected to feature presentations by over 400 public and private companies and attract more than 3,600 attendees, including 900 investors. The event will run a full program of topical plenary sessions and ...

The T-cell Lymphoma Forum provides just the platform for attendees and world leaders in TCL to gather and exchange ideas and information to improve outcomes for this patient population. Plan to join our distinguished international faculty for this informative program.
This meeting is intended for hematologists, oncologists, and other clinicians and scientists with an interest in T-cell lymphoma.
We look forward to that having you participate in what we anticipate will be a very stimulating program.
We invite all registered meeting attendees to submit abstracts for poster and/or oral presentation on their latest research in T-cell lymphoma, including global epidemiology, prognostic markers and tools, pathobiology, clinical management, global implications, immuno-oncology, molecular ...

This course takes place five times in 2019: January 10-12, March 14-16, June 13-15, August 22-24, and October 24-
Mayo Clinic physicians and experts in the areas of wellness, physical activity, nutrition and resiliency designed this course to equip you with the skills necessary to develop individualized wellness plans for yourself, and your patients. Unlike traditional CME that uses classroom-based formats to educate physicians, this course offers active, hands-on learning and the creation of an individualized wellness plan. Learning in this personal manner will allow you to better guide patients to make similar healthy behavior changes.
Physicians practicing internal medicine, primary care/family medicine, preventive medicine, cardiovascular medicine and endocrinology will find this ...

This course covers current and emerging spine topics driving national change in the quality and delivery of spine care with a focus on the aging spine. Participants from all training backgrounds will learn new skills to excel in providing the best care for the aging spine in the near future. Our wide and varied curriculum delivers Mayo-quality updates via didactics, case presentations, a multidisciplinary spine care staff, and a daily mystery unknown case known as “Spine Curve Ball”. This course will provide a rewarding clinical experience for all spine care practitioners, including surgeons, medical specialists, primary care providers, family medicine providers, as well as, physical therapists, clinical nurse practitioners/specialists and physician assistants.
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The 18th Annual Caribbean Dermatology Symposium being held January 15-19, 2019 at the Westin Grand Cayman on Seven Mile Beach in the Cayman Islands, features an educational program with internationally-known faculty who will provide the latest updates in medical dermatology and the diagnosis and treatment of various dermatologic conditions.
Join us on Grand Cayman for four days of cutting-edge education in managing diseases of the skin. Take the opportunity to network with faculty and peers as well as learn about complicated and common problems seen in practice. You’ll gain insight and knowledge that will be immediately useful in the care of your patients.
Exhibition and Sponsorship opportunities available. See website for details.

The conference will offer a deep insight into key areas within the field, such as: new technologies and overcoming their hurdles to implementation; connectivity for devices; updates on drug development and the impact on device developments and new regulatory guidelines. Our line-up of expert speakers will enable delegates to learn from market leaders on best practices to overcome common industry hurdles.
Join us in January 2019 to network, benchmark and learn about developments at the forefront of the Pre-Filled Syringes and Injectable Drug Devices industry.
Key Highlights this January:
• Engage and interact with like-minded individuals through 5+ hours of dedicated networking time, within the conference
• Gain insight from fellow field experts through our interactive ...